Indianapolis to Jackson, Mississippi: Road Trip Guide & Distance

562.8 miles 905.8 km · straight line
671.1 miles actual route 1080 km · driving distance
12h 13min estimated drive time
$65 - $79 estimated fuel cost
~1h 38min flight time
205° SSW bearing direction

How far is Indianapolis from Jackson, Mississippi?

The distance from Indianapolis to Jackson, Mississippi is 562.8 miles (905.8 km) as the crow flies. Jackson, Mississippi is located SSW of Indianapolis. By car, the driving distance is approximately 671.1 miles, taking about 12h 13min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 38min. Both are located in United States — Indianapolis in Indiana and Jackson, Mississippi in Mississippi.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare.

Coordinates come from public place data for Indianapolis and Jackson, Mississippi. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Indianapolis to Jackson, Mississippi

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 12h 13min $65 - $79 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 38min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~14h 40min $54–$101* Budget
Train ~15h 53min $81–$235* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Indianapolis & Jackson, Mississippi

Quick Facts

Indianapolis
39.77°N, 86.16°W
America/New_York
218m elevation
Jackson, Mississippi
32.30°N, 90.18°W
America/Chicago
91m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 188 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 47 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 44.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM